Lurker finally made the leap

[TampaDon]

Hello All!
I'm a frequent lurker on this forum and a former dreamer. I finally bought a starter boat - Catalina 27 - to be my training wheels, and my wife and I are having a lot of fun learning.

I've learned a lot here, and with the new (to me anyway) boat, I already have a ton of additional questions. But don't worry, I'll post those in the appropriate sections. I just wanted to introduce myself and thank you for the inspiration, the lessons that I've already learned here, and the lessons, tips, and friendship yet to come.

Happy Sailing!

[a64pilot]

Have fun, I find learning is part of the fun, when you try something and it works I get a feeling of accomplishment.

[TampaDon]

Thanks, a64pilot. I was never much of a handy man, so it's been really satisfying being able to learn how to fix and maintain, as well as sail. I love learning new things, and there is no shortage of things to learn about sailing.

[DrivinSteve]

Hi Tampa Don,
I can recommend looking up :
Tampa Sailing Squadron
1250 Apollo Beach Blvd.
Apollo Beach, FL 33572
United States (US)
813-645-8377
They are very "new" friendly.
Cheers

[TampaDon]

Thanks, DrivinSteve!
We're not far from Apollo Beach. I'll have to check them out.